Ann & Nate Levine Academy

Levine Academy is a coeducational, independent Jewish day school serving approximately 430 students in Infants through Eighth Grade.
Located in far North Dallas, our beautiful campus provides the perfect backdrop for a student-centered program that emphasizes academic excellence and the spiritual, physical, and artistic growth of each student.
Levine is a close-knit community, featuring a talented and experienced team of faculty and staff committed to educating students in a nurturing environment dedicated to our core values of Respect, Caring, Holiness, Responsibility, Justice, Citizenship, and Integrity.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 481 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Ann & Nate Levine Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences, Dyslexia
Year Founded
1979

Student Body

Total Students
481 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Ann & Nate Levine Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
14 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
% on Financial Aid
13%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Nicole Solman Rosenbaum

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess, Literary Magazine

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama, Music

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Intramural Volleyball and Basketball, Power Kids

School Notes

  • Ann and Nate Levine Academy began as Solomon Schechter Academy of Dallas, founded in 1979 by Congregation Shearith Israel in Dallas. It continued as the day school of Shearith Israel until 1997. In November of that year, following a formal separation agreement, Solomon Schechter Academy acquired its own 501C3 status and became independent. In June of 2005, the school was renamed Ann and Nate Levine Academy, honoring the Levines` generous support of the school and the Jewish community.
  • Levine Academy is an academically-oriented and values-focused school providing a nurturing Jewish environment emphasizing excellence in General Studies and Jewish Studies for students in Preschool (3 months) through 8th grade.
  • Levine is an inclusive, dynamic community comprising the full spectrum of Jewish affiliations, the unaffiliated, many nationalities, and a diversity of socio-economic backgrounds.Levine`s 8thgraders have experienced exceptional success in being admitted to their top choice high schools. Over the past several years, Levine graduates have matriculated to the following schools: Yavneh Academy; Parish; Greenhill; Hockaday; Episcopal School of Dallas; Jesuit; St. Mark`s School of Texas; Booker T Washington; Ursuline Academy; Plano Academy; and several area ISD magnet schools in Plano, Dallas, Richardson, and others.Our CampusThe campus is located on a 10.5-acre campus in Far North Dallas, at the southwest corner of Hillcrest and Frankford roads. The campus was originally enlarged in 2001 when a new facility was built for the Middle School, administration wing and Beit Aryeh synagogue/common area.
  • In 2013, the original building, which housed our Early Childhood Center, was completely renovated, and included the addition of a Science and Discovery Center, an Early Childhood Library, a Home Sciences Center, in addition to new meeting spaces and offices.The entire Levine campus now includes a large cafeteria and auditorium space, two gymnasiums, a music room, a large naturally lit art space, numerous tutorial and small group work spaces, four science labs, abeit midrash, a multi-purpose meeting and lecture room, an administrative conference room, a Makerspace, two libraries, and numerous classrooms, including double-sized classrooms for most of the grades from Kindergarten through 4thgrade.In the spring of 2018, the Middle School launched its first "21stCentury Classroom," a math classroom with flexible seating and work stations, including counter stools, caf seating, floor cushions, wobble boards, and dry-erasable table tops, and a classroom layout and color scheme informed by research on student energy and engagement. Each year Levine will be expanding this new classroom style throughout its Middle School program.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Ann & Nate Levine Academy?
The acceptance rate of Ann & Nate Levine Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Ann & Nate Levine Academy offer?
Ann & Nate Levine Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Ann & Nate Levine Academy's ranking?
Ann & Nate Levine Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ann & Nate Levine Academy?
The application deadline for Ann & Nate Levine Academy is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Ann & Nate Levine Academy located?
Ann & Nate Levine Academy is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 16 other private schools located in Far North Dallas.

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Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 481 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Dallas, TX is $13,880 for elementary schools and $18,491 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Dallas, TX is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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